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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE getting December 2021 security patch in the US, New Zealand
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE users in the US and New Zealand can now download and install the December 2021 security patch as the company has begun the rollout of the most up-to-date Android patches to the last year’s flagship killer smartphone.
Identified via PDA version number G781U1UES6DUK1 (US) and G780FXXS8CUKA (NZ), the December 2021 patch rollout is initially happening for Samsung Galaxy S20 FE LTE phone owners residing in the US and New Zealand, however, other regions may get it soon.
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A couple of days back, the Korean phone maker published the revised security bulletin, which shows the content of its December 2021 security patch for Galaxy devices. According to the info, this new S20 FE OTA update brings fixes for 5 critical, 22 high and 3 moderate levels of CVEs from Google.
If you want to check for the latest update manually, head to your device Settings tap on Software updates and finally hit the Download and install button.
The Galaxy S20 FE 5G is Samsung’s last year’s flagship killer smartphone, which comes with several flagship-grade capabilities at comparatively lesser pricing. Launched back in September 2020, the S20 FE came pre-installed with One UI 2.5 on top of Android 10 operating system.
Later on, the Korean tech giant confirmed its software update support which includes three major OS upgrades and four years of regular security patches. When it comes to security updates, the Galaxy S20 FE is eligible to get updated to newer Android patches every month.
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Samsung Weather Widget receives update for improved tracking
Samsung has pushed a new update for its Weather Widget app with version 1.6.82.11. This update brings some important enhancements to improve user experience and performance.
The latest version makes the app easier to use and more reliable. Users will benefit from better performance as the app now retrieves and displays weather information more quickly and accurately.
With the weather changing all the time, having a widget to check updates is useful. This new update helps ensure that users get the latest updates easily.
In addition to these improvements, the update also fixes several issues that users had reported in earlier versions. By addressing bugs, the app will run more smoothly and efficiently.
Samsung Weather Widget is an important app as it keeps track of the weather. Whether you’re planning a day out or need to know if you should carry an umbrella, this app helps you stay prepared. With this update, the app becomes even more useful and personalized.
If you already use the Samsung Weather Widget, install it now to version 1.6.82.11 to enjoy all the new enhancements and improvements. The new update is available on the Galaxy Store with a package size of 42.3MB.
You can install the update via Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can directly download it from the third-party app link mentioned here.
With One UI 6.1.1, Galaxy users can enjoy changing photos that match the weather and time. If it’s snowing or raining where you are, the background photo will show that weather.
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Verizon US brings One UI 6.1.1 features to Galaxy Tab S9+ 5G
Verizon is rolling out the One UI 6.1.1 update for Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 5G in the US. This update is already live in Europe and Korea. The company will soon make it available in more countries.
The fresh update introduces One UI 6.1.1 features that make the performance of the device smoother. Also, it installs the August 2024 security patch to improve system security and stability.
Notably, the One UI 6.1.1 update adds exciting new features like turning your sketches into images, making photos look better, and auto-completing text on the Samsung Keyboard. You can now translate calls and text in images in real-time, convert voice to text, handle PDFs more easily, and enjoy wallpapers that change with the weather and time.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ 5G users are getting the One UI 6.1.1 update on Verizon network carrier in the US via PDA version X818USQU4BXHB. The update is rolling out for locked models.
To check for software updates manually, head toward your phone’s Settings. At the bottom, you will get the Software Update section, simply open it. Inside the submenu, you need to hit the Download and Install button if your Galaxy fetches a new OTA.
Before you download, make sure to connect your device to a Wi-Fi network, or make sure it has a strong Verizon wireless network connection. In addition, ensure your battery is fully charged before starting the software update.
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Galaxy S21 FE September 2024 update reaches Europe
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE received the September 2024 security update in the US last week and the company is now expanding it to users of this device in Europe. The new update can be identified through the One UI build version G990BXXS9GXI1.
The fresh update for your phone enhances its security and stability to ensure a better overall experience. This update improves performance by fixing 1 critical security issue and 43 high-level vulnerabilities. While one of these problems was addressed in a previous update, another doesn’t affect Galaxy devices.
Additionally, Samsung has resolved 23 security issues related to various apps like My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, and Dex. This means your device will be more secure and reliable.
The September 2024 security update package size for Samsung Galaxy S21 FE in Europe is about 300MB in size. It’s important to install updates as soon as possible to take advantage of these security improvements. Samsung will soon make this update available for all S21 FE models.
If you haven’t received a notification for the update, you can manually check for it. Just go to your phone’s Settings, select ‘Software Update,’ and then tap ‘Download and install’ to keep your Galaxy smartphone current with the latest security.